Friends of Roosevelt Park recognized for volunteer efforts

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Apr 5, 2017 at 1:48 PMApr 5, 2017 at 10:10 PM

By Tribune staff

The Friends of Roosevelt Park was awarded the “Lay Organization Award” in recognition of its efforts and contributions in helping with the renovation of Roosevelt Park, the city of Ames announced in a news release.

The award was presented recently at the Iowa Parks and Recreation Association annual spring banquet in Waterloo. Friends of Roosevelt Park board member Stacey Ross attended the event and accepted the award.

The Iowa Parks and Recreation Association presents annual awards to individuals, private organizations, and municipal employees who assist in making excellent contributions to parks and recreation departments throughout the state of Iowa.

Since 2013, The Friends of Roosevelt Park have been involved with the establishment of a neighborhood park from land deeded to the city from the Ames school district.

The Friends group raised more than $45,000 in cash and grants to transform greenspace into a neighborhood park featuring a playground structure, a potluck table, and a custom shelter/stage used for the Roosevelt Summer Concert Series.

In addition, the Friends group coordinates 10 to 11 concerts every Sunday starting in June and ending in the middle of August.

“The Friends of Roosevelt Park is one of the many groups in Ames that support Ames Parks and Recreation and that support helps improve the quality of life for the residents,” said Joshua Thompson, parks and facilities superintendent for the city.

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